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White Birch Communities
Medication Aide (RMA)-Day shift
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What they do
A Medication Aide or Technician provides medication to patients in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role provides one pathway into licensed nursing training. May help measure and record vital signs, and assist in activities of daily living (ADLS).
$37,047 / year median in Virginia
+21% projected growth
Job Description
White Birch Communities is looking for one day shift Medication Aide (RMA ) to join our team at our Rockingham location. The RMA will not only administer medication to residents, but also provide nursing care to patients and assist them in daily activities such as bathing, eating, and toileting. Evening shift medication aides start at $17/hour r+$2 sift differential. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, punctual, and enjoys helping others. This person must be reliable, empathetic, and be able to work with all types of people.
Responsibilities:
Patient care- Instill confidence and trust in patients in a competent and caring manner. Provide hygiene and daily living assistance. This could include toileting, bathing, and assisting patients with showers. Support the patient with meals as needed. Ambulate, turn, and position patients as required. Medical needs
- Check vital signs and weight. Perform sugar tests and specimen collection. Professional development
- Maintain any specialized training and, if applicable, perform additional and specialized tasks pertinent to the assigned patient or area.